Design Engineer Jobs in Charlotte, NC

Design Engineer jobs in Charlotte are in strong demand, concentrated in the University City corridor, South End, and Ballantyne, across advanced manufacturing, energy infrastructure, and aerospace. Employers actively hiring include LJB, Greenman-Pedersen, and ENTRUST Solutions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles100
Top employerLJB
Work type49% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree
Companies hiring16

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MAERSK
Regional Solution Design Engineer
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Regional Solution Design Engineer
MAERSK
Charlotte, North Carolina
Account Management
Enterprise Sales
Sales
$120k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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DRMP
Traffic Design Engineer
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Traffic Design Engineer
DRMP
Charlotte, North Carolina
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
501-1,000

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Bolton & Menk
Design Engineer - Transportation
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Design Engineer - Transportation
Bolton & Menk
Charlotte, North Carolina
Construction Management
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Bachelor of Science
501-1,000

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LJB, INC.
Roadway Design Engineer
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LJB, INC.
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Roadway Design Engineer
LJB, INC.
Charlotte, North Carolina
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$90k - $125k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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LJB, INC.
Roadway Design Engineer - Project Manager
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LJB, INC.
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Roadway Design Engineer - Project Manager
LJB, INC.
Charlotte, North Carolina
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$95k - $185k/yr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Design Engineer Job Market in Charlotte

Who's Hiring

  • LJB
    LJB11
  • Greenman-Pedersen
    Greenman-Pedersen11
  • ENTRUST Solutions
    ENTRUST Solutions11
  • WSP
    WSP5
  • DRMP
    DRMP5

Design Engineer Jobs in Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a design engineer job in Charlotte?

The strongest path into Charlotte's design engineering market is targeting its advanced manufacturing, energy, and aerospace sectors, which drive the bulk of local openings. Employers in University City, the South End innovation corridor, and Ballantyne hire regularly. Candidates with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA experience and any exposure to production environments stand out, as do those who can point to a portfolio with real fabrication or systems outcomes.

Which companies hire design engineers in Charlotte?

Companies currently hiring design engineers in Charlotte include LJB, Greenman-Pedersen, and ENTRUST Solutions, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Charlotte's employer mix skews toward industrial manufacturers, energy utilities, and engineering consultancies with regional headquarters or major operations in the city.

Are there remote design engineer jobs in Charlotte?

Yes, though remote availability is limited for design engineers whose work involves physical prototyping, lab access, or on-site collaboration. About 74% of design engineer openings tied to Charlotte are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The most remote-compatible roles locally tend to be in CAD drafting, systems documentation, and design review for software-adjacent engineering teams.

How can I get a design engineer job in Charlotte with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path in Charlotte is through contract or junior roles at local manufacturing firms or engineering consultancies, which tend to hire candidates from UNC Charlotte's engineering program or Central Piedmont Community College's technical programs. Targeting roles titled design technician, CAD drafter, or junior mechanical engineer opens the door, and having a project portfolio, even from coursework or personal builds, gives Charlotte employers a concrete reason to call you.

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